Manager, Project Management

Quantum Work Advisory, a dynamic and innovative subsidiary of Allegis Group, specializes in workforce technology and workforce transformation advisory services. Supported by Allegis Group's 40-year legacy and $15 billion in revenues, we are committed to transforming workforce strategies and enhancing organizational performance. Learn more at quantumwork.com .

OUR COMMITMENT

We are dedicated to helping organizations design and execute workforce transformation. By leveraging the power of design thinking, AI, and automation, we create seamless, enjoyable digital experiences that make technology work for you – not the other way around. Our innovative, people-first design methodology ensures that we deliver transformational services tailored to meet your unique workforce needs.

OUR APPROACH | DESIGN THINKING

Our experienced consultants utilize journey mapping and “how might we?” frameworks to scientifically validate our strategic choices. By fostering user empathy, we enhance workforce collaboration and the execution of your digital transformation strategy. Job Description Candidates must be able to work in a hybrid capacity from one of our office locations in Troy, MI, or Tempe, AZ . Managers of Project Management are responsible for ensuring that the team of Project Managers are acting as true advisors to clients on various types of SI and consulting projects. This process involves working closely with internal and external stakeholders, project teams and subject matter experts (SME’s) providing leadership and holistic views into cross-business and functional solutions. In addition, this role has oversight of the QWA Data Management function, providing project oversight and QWA ownership of this shared function. This role will maintain a team of 2-10 Project Managers and Data Analysts, performing people management, performance management, and leadership functions. This role is responsible for the procedures, processes, and team operations regarding the overall project management, project governance, and data management for SI projects. The Manager of these functions is expected to maintain, and where possible, improve the capability of the function and resources within the business. Additionally, the Manager of Project Management will be responsible for assisting with pre-sales and sales engineering activities. This can include RFP/RFI responses, verbal presentations, and in-person presentations to complete deals. This will also include assisting in transitioning from sales to project phases and advising leadership on capacity management for the team. This role is end-to-end responsible for project management and governance elements of consulting, research, and thought leadership that go into QWA’s products in collaboration with other leaders and managers in the team. Critically, the QWA business is in a crucial development phase, which requires all new leaders in the organization to be able to think and act independently. Our business requires all managers and above to be true leaders, and own their area of the business, making decisions and acting quickly to resolve problems. As a consulting organization leader, expectations are high for quick results. Responsibilities Project Management functions are ultimately responsible for the entirety of QWA engagements within the business. These teams provide oversight and governance throughout our client engagements. Goals with the Project Management and Data teams include leadership and execution coverage across multiple areas: Thought Leadership Solution Governance Lead Development for Solutions Pre-Sales and Sales Engineering Activities Team Planning, Capacity Management Assisting with managing relationships with client accounts The Manager of Project Management functions within the QWA’s practices and provides guidance and oversight into: Provides project leadership on complex end-to-end enterprise implementations, expansion opportunities and operational program efficiencies Oversees and quality checks governance documents Analyses clients’ business and technical challenges and designs comprehensive solutions that integrate smoothly into customer environments Oversees and supports project data collection, modelling and analysis Responsible for Project Management documentation quality, including Project Schedules, RAID logs, Decision intake, and any other project governance documentation Coordinates & provides in relation to governance conversations with clients, as needed, typically with escalations or critical decision making Manages governance documentation creation, evergreening, and maintenance Conducts landscape research and analysis supporting project business, understands the industry at a intermediate level and is knowledgeable to be audible-ready to clients on consulting matters Provides pre-sales technical support including RFx responses, presenting at BD pitches, conducting solution design, and reviewing contracts as needed for technical and invoicing requirements Manages the team of project managers and data analysts, providing leadership, people and performance management. Leads learning, training, and continuous improvement within the team. Works with other managers/practice leaders on cross-practices projects/initiatives. Ability to operate for periods without leadership guidance and ability to make decisions and operate independently Qualifications Eight (8+) years of Project Management experience preferred Five+ (5+) years of implementation experience preferred Five+ (5+) years of consulting experience preferred Three+ (3+) years of people leadership experience preferred Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent experience Multi-National experience preferred Expert levels of knowledge of project management tools; Smartsheet, MS Project, etc. Intermediate levels of knowledge and understanding of the business domain and environment of non-employee workforce Ability to travel up to 20% Required Skills Expert proficiency in creating effective project governance documents Advanced knowledge of project management methodologies, including waterfall, and agile/scrum Expert consulting, negotiating, communicating, consensus building, influencing, presentation and facilitation skills with both internal and external stakeholders of all levels Expert innovator with the ability to think beyond established standards and processes Working knowledge of building technology consulting products, i.e., scorecards, heat maps, data flow mapping tools. Basic knowledge of technical matters, integration functionality, VMS tools, and other related technologies Exceptional leadership experience extending to small teams Technical Sales experience including writing RFPs/RFIs, and performing verbal presentations on QWA products Moderate understanding of contract structure and standards Expert-level ability to communicate highly complex technical information clearly and articulately to all levels and audiences, including client senior leadership Thorough knowledge of process modelling techniques and protocols Expert-level knowledge of the staffing industry, HR practices, and payroll and accounting processes Motivational skills to keep team operating at a high capacity and highly engaged with our business Basic understanding of capacity management Ability to manage senior client relationships up to and including C‑Suite staff Expert communication skills, including at least a basic knowledge of practice-standard change management methodologies High EQ to manage difficult client scenarios and navigate to good outcomes for our clients Additional Information Location disclaimer: This position is open to North America locations outside of California, Colorado, New Jersey, New York, Washington and Maryland. At AGS, we recognize our people are our strength. We are an equal opportunity (M/F/Disability/Veterans) and consider all applications without regard to race, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, genetic information or any other status protected by applicable law. We value our people, their varying perspectives and are committed to fostering an environment where they can bring their whole selves to work. If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email View email address on click.appcast.io for accommodation options. In accordance with the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986, employment is contingent upon verification of identity and authorization to work in the United States. 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